Sermons on Tree Of The Knowledge:

Blessings And Judgements – The Symbolism Of The Fig Tree

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 26, 2021

The fig tree event as Jesus walked to Jerusalem can be viewed allegorically as the balance between blessings and judgment. The FRUIT is the blessings and we certainly can always use blessings.

Blessings and Judgements – The Symbolism of the Fig Tree Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 11:12-14 12 On the next day, when they had left Bethany, He became hungry. 13 Seeing at a distance a fig tree in leaf, He went to see if perhaps He would find anything on it; and when He came to it, He found ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Autumn's Colorful Trees Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 8, 2021

Autumn: is a time to reflect on the Majesty of all that God has made. Colorful trees warn us about following the wrong teachers, the Creator who paints such a beautiful creation also paints our lives, and God stands never-changing strong in the middle of change.

(Introduction) L.M. Montgomery in Anne of Green Gables wrote, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Me too! The temperatures are getting cooler. The colors of the leaves on the trees are turning more and more vivid. Autumn Is A Second Spring When Every Leaf Is A ... By ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3, Psalm 139:13-14, Psalm 96:11-13, Isaiah 55:12, Romans 1:18-20, Colossians 1:16, 1 Timothy 6:2-5, Hebrews 13:8, James 1:17, 1 Peter 1:23, Jude 1:4, Jude 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Coming Out From Among The Trees

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 1, 2022

We may face many trees of life but Jesus is our tree of Life!

Intro: Today I want to speak to you about coming out from among the trees, and into the fulness of God. The church today has found its self in a state of weariness, waiting, and searching. We have grown weak and weary; the signs of the times have taken a toll on the church we have seen a fallen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-6

God's Christmas Tree

Contributed by David Tack on Jan 8, 2025

This morning, I want to look at God’s tree of provision. Today let’s look at God’s provisional Christmas tree and at the most valuable gift ever allocated to mankind.

This morning, I want to look at God’s tree of provision. Many will gather around the Christmas tree and tear open gifts from their loved ones. Today let’s go back and look at the God’s Christmas tree and look at the most valuable gift ever allocated to mankind: The GIFT OF ETERNAL VALUE- THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

A Tree, A Fish, Some Bread And Water

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 25, 2025

Learning to be obedient and fruitful in the Presence of Jesus.

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14, 20-22; Jonah 1:17; Mark 6:38-44; John 2:1-11 Theme: Obedience – Working With God Title: A Tree, A Fish, Some Bread and Water Mark 11:12-14; 20-22 12 On the following day, when they came from Bethany, he (Jesus) was hungry. 13 And seeing in the distance a fig tree in ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Mark 6:38-44, John 2:1-11, Mark 11:12-14, Mark 11:20-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 10, 2015

God Talks about the Timing: 1. The timing of the season should be studied (vs. 32-35). 2. Our knowledge of the day has been delayed (vs. 36-39). 3. The need to prepare is paramount (vs. 37-44).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 4: God Talks about the Timing Matthew 24:29-44 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 8, 2015 BACKGROUND: *It was two days before the cross. Jesus had just finished condemning the Jewish religious leaders for stubbornly rejecting Him as the Messiah. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-44

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Chapter Ten Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 3, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Ten. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER TEN OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is we have a detailed listing of the decedents of Noah that filled the earth. John Gill (1776) – Genesis 10 This chapter gives an account of the posterity of the three sons of Noah, by whom the world was peopled after the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Fulfillment

Contributed by William Meakin on May 18, 2023

Fulfillment is defined as the achievement of something desired, promised, or predicted. It may often result in a feeling of contentment.

Germany Kent, an American print and broadcast journalist, television personality and author once remarked: “Positive thinking is powerful thinking. If you want happiness, fulfillment, success and inner peace, start thinking you have the power to achieve those things. Focus on the bright side of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:22-23, Romans 13:8, Galatians 5:14, Ezekiel 12:28

Costly Assumption Series

Contributed by Isaiah Banjo on Oct 12, 2020

There is a popular saying that “Assumption can be costly”. This saying is a wise saying and it is correct. God does not want us to have assumptions but rather have faith.

TOPIC: COSTLY ASSUMPTION TEXT: 2 CHRONICLES 2: 1-10 emphasis verse 8 Introduction: There is a popular saying that “Assumption can be costly”. This saying is a wise saying and it is correct. God does not want us to have assumptions but rather have faith. Faith is having an assurance that God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 2:1-10, Psalm 139:23, Galatians 6:4, Proverbs 5:21, Lamentations 3:28, James 1:22, Matthew 5:23, 2 Corinthians 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"i Want It To Matter"

Contributed by Dave Nichols on Feb 11, 2021

You may not know the name Tyler Trent. But let me tell you a few things about him: He liked Mahi Mahi: grilled, not blackened. And he liked Starbucks coffee: something with peppermint, preferably. He liked pizza – thin, not thick – and popsicles. And Pepsi Max.

“I want it to matter” Holly Springs 1/6/19 If you have your bibles with you today I want you to turn to Isaiah 44:24, again that is Isaiah 44:24: here is what it says: Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, who formed you from the womb: “I am the LORD, who made all things, who alone stretched out the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:24

Denomination: Baptist

From The Heart

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 3, 2021

We speak from the overflow of the heart. Our Founders knew and spoke scripture. What flows from within us?

1. Let’s play a game of Fill in the Blank and Name That Movie • I’m gonna make him an offer he can’t _____ (refuse). – Godfather, 1972 • May the ___ (force) be with you. – Star Wars, 1977 • There’s no place like ____ (home). Wizard of Oz, 1939 • You can’t handle the ____ (truth). A Few Good Men, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"getting Ready For Christmas: Pointing Beyond Ourselves"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 5, 2018

Do our lives point Godward?

“Getting Ready for Christmas: Pointing Beyond Ourselves” Jeremiah 10:1-5 A few weeks ago, I was sitting in a restaurant with a friend when my attention went to a Christmas tree in the corner of the room. It had different colored lights, ornaments of silver and gold and a bright red bow on ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

All Men Shall Know…

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 5, 2022

A man in South Carolina had some car problems, so he took his car to a local automobile garage to get his car repaired. The man went to pay for the repairs and pick his car up after being repaired.

As he was driving home, his car was doing the same thing as before he took it to the mechanic. He took it back to the mechanic the second time and once again he was told his car was repaired, but again, on the way home he discovered his car was still doing the same thing. To make a long story ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Streams From Lebanon (Song Of Solomon 4:15)

Contributed by James Dina on May 21, 2021

We are a "stream from Lebanon", to be dashed down many water falls and dashed forward with the irresistible force of God, sweeping everything away till we find perfect rest.

"A fountain of gardens, a well of living waters, and STREAMS FROM LEBANON" (Songs of Solomon 4:15) Ancient biblical Lebanon was one of the sweetest places in all the land of Canaan (Isaiah 29:17), which had a white, snow-capped mountain range (Jeremiah 18:14) whose upward movement ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Zacchaeus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025

Jesus sees beyond our past and reputation, calls us by name, and brings transforming grace and salvation personally into our lives.

Some of us walked in today wearing an invisible name tag. It doesn’t say “Hello, my name is…” as much as it says “Hello, my past is…” or “Hello, my reputation is….” Labels linger. Nicknames stick. Stories spread. And sometimes we start to believe them more than we believe the voice of God. We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Topics: Christ's Knowledge, Names